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WPP share price rises 4% in early trading after a report in 'The Times' of London over the weekend. LONDON: Havas has been looking at the prospect of a takeover of rival holdco WPP, The Times reported over the weekend. WPP's PR firms include Burson and Ogilvy PR. The Havas PR Network includes Havas PR, Havas Formula and Republica Havas. A spokesperson for Havas told PRWeek, “Per group policy, we do not comment on market rumors.”PRWeek has also contacted WPP for comment.
A MAJOR pub chain is reportedly planning to sell more than 1,000 of its venues as it battles with billions of pounds of debt. Stonegate Group, which owns the Slug & Lettuce and Be At One chains, is said to be exploring options for almost a quarter of its 4,300 venues. The pub chain turned over more than £1.7billion last year but it has racked up debts of more than £3billion. Since the end of the pandemic, pub chains have been weighed down with high interest rates, higher employee costs and higher food and energy bills. Hikes to National Insurance have also hit pub chains hard.
But the Daily Mail, external claims that Labour backbenchers and left-wing lawyers are poised to defeat them. The Telegraph, external focuses on the government's plan to stop issuing UK visas to people from three African countries which refuse to take back failed asylum seekers. The Telegraph, external claims a tax on milkshakes is being lined up, to make the public healthier. The Financial Times, external thinks online sports gambling is in the chancellor's sights - but says that horseracing will be exempted. The Times, external thinks there are signs that striking resident doctors in England are turning against their union, the BMA.
“These countries face penalties for their unacceptably low co-operation and obstructive returns processes. British people will be encouraged to house them, as they have done for Ukrainians, to end the reliance on asylum hotels, which cost £2.1 billion in 2024-2025.In the year ending June 2025 a total of 5,475 Indian nationals claimed asylum in the UK making them the sixth-largest nationality. Of these, 346 Indians arrived by small boat illegally. The other Indians were mostly on visas, with student visas being the most common. The top nationality to claim asylum was Pakistani; followed by nationals from Afghanistan, Iran, Eritrea and Bangladesh.Only 20 Indians were granted asylum in the year ending June 2025, and 2,691 had their claims refused.
Jim O’Callaghan made the comment after the UK Home Secretary announced sweeping changes designed to reduce the UK’s attractiveness to asylum seekers. Mr O’Callaghan said they could result in changes to the flow of asylum seekers between the UK and Ireland. In a statement on Tuesday, he said: “I am committed to ensuring that Ireland is not viewed more favourably than the UK by those seeking to claim asylum. Among the UK measures there will be no automatic right to family reunion for refugees under core protection. Mr O’Callaghan said he had directed a review of Ireland’s rules on family reunification before the changes announced by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood.
Britain rolled out a major hardening of its rules for handling asylum seekers on Sunday, reflecting the rapidly changing politics of immigration as successive British governments have failed to curb a rising influx of migrants crossing the English Channel in often unseaworthy boats. The government plans to review the status of refugees more regularly, and if it determines their countries have become safe, they will be ordered to return home. Asylum seekers will also no longer be entitled to automatic aid, including housing and weekly allowances. “Illegal migration is causing huge divides here in our own country,” Ms. Mahmood said in an interview Sunday with the BBC. “I do believe we need to act if we are to retain public consent for having an asylum system at all.”
The groups said the planned combination will create one of the largest 20 global law firms by revenues. It is the latest major global tie up since UK magic circle firm Allen & Overy merged with New York’s Shearman & Sterling in 2023. The new business, which will be called Ashurst Perkins Coie, will employ around 3,000 lawyers across 23 countries. “We have now found that partner – Perkins Coie is an ambitious, forward-thinking law firm meeting its clients at the forefront of technological change. “Together, we will combine resources and expertise to accelerate growth and set new standards for world-class legal service.”
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Marking 15 years since its first journey to the UK, the Coca-Cola Christmas truck will visit 15 locations across the country in 2025. At each stop on the tour, visitors will be able to immerse themselves in festive games, win exclusive Coca-Cola merchandise and enjoy a Coca-Cola, Coke Zero or Diet Coke. Last year, the Coca-Cola Christmas truck tour attracted 53,000 visitors, with each one getting the opportunity to take a picture in front of the iconic red truck. For every Tesco Festive Meal purchased with any 500ml Coca-Cola drink, the drinks giant will donate an extra 20p to FareShare. “This incredibly generous donation means this festive season the equivalent of 1 million meals will reach people and communities in need.
London - November 17, 2025: The Times and The Sunday Times today announced the launch of Times Money, a new and improved personal finance proposition. The Times Money section is supercharging its proposition across Times Media platforms including digital, The Times Live app, print, newsletters and video. Led by Ben Wilkinson, Head of Money for The Times and The Sunday Times, Times Money brings together some of the country’s best financial journalists to create the go-to trusted source for personal finance news and guidance. For commercial partners, the launch solidifies Times Money as the UK’s most influential money section. Simon Hildrey, Chief Marketing Officer, Liontrust Asset Management said: “Liontrust is proud to be the exclusive partner for the launch of the new and improved Times Money section.
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Almost 280,000 spectators attended Royal Portrush across a week that culminated with world No 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler lifting the prized Claret Jug in front of thousands of cheering fans. “We enjoyed a truly spectacular championship at Royal Portrush and relished the incredible passion and enthusiasm of the fans who created such a fantastic atmosphere. Stormont Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald said the Open hosted local businesses (Liam McBurney/PA)“The hosting of The 153rd Open here was a resounding success. Furthermore, golf clubs and local businesses reported a positive local economic impact. “Indeed, while the championship generated £280 million in combined economic and media benefit, marketing and communication activity undertaken by Tourism NI and Tourism Ireland delivered an additional £12.1 million in PR value.
The BBC said the edit of Mr Trump’s speech on January 6 2021 had given the “mistaken impression that President Trump had made a direct call for violent action”. There is no basis for a defamation case and we are determined to fight this. The BBC has said it will not air the Panorama episode Trump: A Second Chance? The corporation has also apologised for using the incorrect title for the Princess of Wales during coverage of Armistice Day. “Throughout our Armistice Day coverage more broadly, we referred to Catherine by her correct title.”
